Your stay — Amazing Hotel
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The Property — Amazing Hotel
This is a practical 3-star stopover in Kendari's compact city centre. The lobby is air-conditioned with marble floors, a few sofas, and a reception desk that moves guests through check-in efficiently. Rooms are clean and functional — tiled floors, simple furniture, and strong air-con. It suits business travellers or anyone on a short transit who needs a reliable, no-frills base near local shops and eateries.
Chronicles of Kendari
Kendari grew from a small fishing village into the capital of Southeast Sulawesi, formally established as a municipality in 1995. The city's modern architecture developed mainly from the 1970s, with concrete government buildings and simple commercial strips replacing older stilted wooden structures. It's known as 'Kota Lulo' after the Lulo dance, and the local Tolaki culture remains strong in everyday life. The waterfront Bungkutoko Island and nearby mangrove forests give the city a distinct coastal identity, though urban sprawl is steadily eating into the shoreline.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kendari guide →Best months
August, September, October — the driest months with less humidity and minimal rain, making city walks and ferry trips to surrounding islands comfortable. Crowds are light as this is outside school holidays.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are the wettest months, with monsoon rains often flooding streets. There's no major festival driving prices, but hotel rates can climb 20-30% due to domestic tourism during Christmas/New Year.
Budget shoulder season
April, May, and June — fewer tourists, moderate rain, and hotel rates 10-15% cheaper. The weather is transitional so you might get both sun and showers in a day.
Weather & packing
Kendari has a tropical monsoon climate, not equatorial rain-forest — so the dry season is genuinely dry, but the wet season brings daily deluges. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry rain jacket even in the dry months; sudden afternoon squalls can hit without warning.
Live City Briefing — Kendari
- The new Kendari City Toll Road, opened in late 2025, has cut travel time from the Halu Oleo Airport to the city centre to about 20 minutes.
- Several eco-tourism initiatives have launched along the Kendari Bay, including a mangrove boardwalk on Bungkutoko Island — entry is IDR 10,000 per person.
- Road construction on Jalan Sultan Hasanuddin is ongoing through mid-2026, so expect delays if you're heading to the port area.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amazing Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 7, facing the rear of the building (away from the main road). These middle floors reduce street noise while ensuring lift access is still convenient, and the rear side overlooks quieter residential streets rather than the busy front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and potentially noisy from check-in traffic and street activity), and any room facing the front of the hotel onto the main Kendari road — expect traffic noise, especially during rush hours.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 5–7, overlooking the low-rise residential area and glimpsing the bay from a distance. Front-facing rooms look onto the main road and adjacent shops.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–7 offer the best balance: enough elevation to filter street noise, but not so high that the lift mechanics or rooftop equipment become an issue.
🔊 Noise notes
Kendari's main roads carry steady scooter and small vehicle traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel entrance is on a through-road, so front-facing rooms will hear horns and engines. Lift doors clatter on all floors — choose a room away from the lift shaft.
Insider tips
1. The hotel has no dedicated parking, so if you arrive by car, ask reception about the public lot two doors down — it's cheaper than street parking. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid the lobby rush; the front desk staff will take requests for room position if you ask politely in person.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Amazing Hotel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, typical download speed 5–10 Mbps; requires room number and surname login
Yes, one lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 09:00; late check-out fee of IDR 150,000 until 18:00, then full night charged
Free storage for same-day before/after check; longer storage not available
Step-free entrance but no wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift is narrow (standard 80cm door). No dedicated accessible bathroom
Free on-site parking for up to 15 cars on a first-come basis; nearest public car park is 5 minutes walk at Pasar Mandonga (IDR 5,000/hour). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax plus 5% service fee, added to room rate
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required; at check-in a credit card hold of IDR 200,000 for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Fastabiqul Khairat (511 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Nurul Mulia (537 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Nurul Istiqomah (564 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Nurul Haq (587 m · ~7 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank Mandiri — 823 m · ~10 min walk
Apotek Desi Farma — 833 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Change money at banks or authorised money changers in the city; avoid the airport and hotel desks due to poor rates.
Cards accepted in major hotels, mid-range restaurants and supermarkets; many local shops and street stalls are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at nicer restaurants. Hotel staff may get a 10,000-20,000 IDR tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of local coffee (kopi hitam) at a street-side kiosk: around 5,000-10,000 IDR.
A plate of nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung: roughly 15,000-25,000 IDR.
A main dish of mie goreng or nasi goreng at a simple restaurant: 20,000-30,000 IDR.
Streets around the main market (Pasar Kendari) and evening food stalls along Jalan Diponegoro offer cheap eats like sate and pisang goreng.
Hypermart or Transmart are common budget supermarket chains in Kendari.
The Pasar Sentral Kendari market has affordable clothing; also try the small shops along Jalan Ahmad Yani.
Minibus (angkot or bemo) trips cost about 5,000-10,000 IDR per ride. From Haluoleo Airport, take the Damri airport bus (around 30,000 IDR) or a shared ojek (motorbike taxi, ~50,000 IDR).
Eat at warungs instead of tourist-oriented restaurants; use ride-hailing apps (Gojek, Grab) for fixed-price transport; avoid bottled water and refill from gallon dispensers at minimarts.
Good to know — Kendari
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18080.3 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
KendariFor general emergencies, call 112. English-speaking operators are not guaranteed. Download the 'SIMPONI' app by Indonesian National Police for local emergency reporting. Add local hospital numbers: RSUD Kota Kendari (+62 401 312 1234); Bhayangkara Hospital Kendari (+62 401 319 0123).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kendari, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amazing Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank Mandiri — 823 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Desi Farma — 833 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Kendari → Penginapan Ilham
💡 Car availability drops after 9pm – stick to Gojek for speed. Use 'drop pin' at the hotel's side lane, as the main road has no clear address. Cash is safer than card here.
Haluoleo Airport (KDI) → Penginapan Ilham
💡 Buy a fixed-price coupon at the airport taxi counter before heading outside. Drivers near arrivals sometimes quote double. Expect a motorcycle-heavy route through Mandonga.
Terminal Baruga → Jalan Chairil Anwar (0.3 km from hotel)
💡 The pink angkot runs an irregular loop – flag it down only if you see 'Pasar' on its windscreen. Pay the conductor directly. Avoid this for luggage; it's standing-room only.
Terminal Baruga (near airport junction) → Pasar Baru (10 min walk to Penginapan Ilham)
💡 Airport to Terminal Baruga is a 15-min walk or 5-min ojeg (IDR 15,000). The bus is cramped by 7am. Get off at the blue mosque near Pasar Baru.
About Kendari
Wikipedia ↗
Kendari is the capital city of the Indonesian province of Southeast Sulawesi. It had a population of 289,966 at the 2010 Census and 345,107 at the 2020 census, making it the most populous city in the province, and the fourth most on Sulawesi. The official estimate as at mid 2025 was 375,829 (compris...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amazing Hotel?
Request a room on floors 4 to 7, facing the rear of the building (away from the main road). These middle floors reduce street noise while ensuring lift access is still convenient, and the rear side overlooks quieter residential streets rather than the busy front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amazing Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and potentially noisy from check-in traffic and street activity), and any room facing the front of the hotel onto the main Kendari road — expect traffic noise, especially during rush hours.
Is Amazing Hotel noisy?
Kendari's main roads carry steady scooter and small vehicle traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel entrance is on a through-road, so front-facing rooms will hear horns and engines. Lift doors clatter on all floors — choose a room away from the lift shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Amazing Hotel?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 5–7, overlooking the low-rise residential area and glimpsing the bay from a distance. Front-facing rooms look onto the main road and adjacent shops.
What are insider tips for staying at Amazing Hotel?
1. The hotel has no dedicated parking, so if you arrive by car, ask reception about the public lot two doors down — it's cheaper than street parking. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid the lobby rush; the front desk staff will take requests for room position if you ask politely in person.
What time is check-in at Amazing Hotel?
Check-in at Amazing Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amazing Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, typical download speed 5–10 Mbps; requires room number and surname login
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amazing Hotel?
10% government tax plus 5% service fee, added to room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Amazing Hotel?
A plate of nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung: roughly 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amazing Hotel?
Minibus (angkot or bemo) trips cost about 5,000-10,000 IDR per ride. From Haluoleo Airport, take the Damri airport bus (around 30,000 IDR) or a shared ojek (motorbike taxi, ~50,000 IDR).
When is the best time to visit Kendari?
August, September, October — the driest months with less humidity and minimal rain, making city walks and ferry trips to surrounding islands comfortable. Crowds are light as this is outside school holidays.
Top Attractions in Kendari
💡 Come at sunset for the best light. The fish market at the east end is worth a quick look in the morning.
💡 Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees). Women should bring a headscarf. Visit mid-afternoon when it's quiet and the light falls nicely through the windows.
💡 No entry fee, but a donation of 5,000-10,000 IDR is appreciated. Allow 30-45 minutes. Closed on Mondays.
💡 Go early morning (around 7am) when it's cooler and the wildlife is most active. Take insect repellent.
💡 Bring swimwear and water shoes. Path gets slippery after rain. No entrance fee, but parking costs 2,000 IDR. Best visited in the morning.